From working as an Optometrist in South Africa to being Practice Manager for For Eyes Optometrist here in WA, there is one question that I hear almost on a daily basis- “won’t these glasses make my eyes weaker?”

People often confuse short-sighted (myopic) and long-sighted (hyperopic) vision. Both vision conditions involve the eye's structure and length, but their treatment and symptoms differ. Here, I'll provide a simple definition of short-sightedness and long-sightedness to make this confusing topic as easy to understand as possible.

Our eyes are one of our most valuable senses, yet many of us overlook the importance of regular eye exams until a problem arises. In this article, we’ll explore why your eyes deserve regular attention and how you can protect your vision for the future.

Vision therapy is a tailored set of exercises aimed at improving visual function and eye-brain coordination. It offers a non-invasive solution for various vision problems, benefiting people of all ages. Success requires commitment to the optometrist's recommendations, so it's essential to consider the time and effort involved.

Here is our simple guide to reading and understanding an optometrist's prescription, for both spectacle and contact lens prescriptions.

Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids, specifically the lid margin. This can be classed as Anterior Blepharitis or Posterior Blepharitis, also known as Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.  Read our blog to learn more about what Blepharitis is, its causes and how to manage it.